How to Apply

Preparing your application

Please apply using the  2026 MBRA Application Portal (opens on January 16th) and follow the instructions on the portal (ref. Question 9) to submit the following documents.

Required:

1. A letter of intent (1 page maximum, single spacing, Arial, 12 pt font) describing ( sbms_2026_mbra_program_letter_of_intent_template.docx):

   1. Your academic background and previous research experience(s) 

   2. Your interest in biomedical research and in pursuing graduate studies 

   3. Your academic and career goals 

   4. How this summer internship will benefit you on a personal, academic, and professional level 

2. All of your university transcripts showing your cumulative average (digitalized and/or unofficial copies accepted)
3. Your résumé (CV) - please use  sbms_2026_mbra_program_biographical_sketch_template.docx

What happens after I apply?

A selection committee will evaluate your submission and you may be contacted by the PI(s) of your preferred project(s) for an interview.  

The committee will match successful candidates with a PI based on the rankings you provided in your application.

The evaluation will be based on the following criteria:

1. Interest in biomedical research
2. Desire to pursue graduate studies in a field related to biomedical research
3. Quality of the letter of intent
4. Quality of the academic record

Official selection results will be announced by the end of March of 2026.